Soya Flakes

Soya flakes, derived from soybeans, are a highly nutritious and versatile ingredient commonly used in the food and feed industries.

They are produced through a process of dehulling, extracting oil, and flaking the soybeans, resulting in a product rich in protein, fiber, and essential nutrients.

Soya flakes are recognized for their high protein content, making them a valuable ingredient in various dietary applications.

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Soya flakes are a product derived from the processing of soybeans.

These flakes are created by dehulling, extracting the oil, and then flaking the remaining meal.

They are rich in protein, fiber, and various essential nutrients, making them a popular ingredient in animal feed, food products, and various industrial applications.

Key Characteristics

Understanding the characteristics of soya flakes is crucial for their effective handling and processing:

Bulk Density: Soya flakes have a moderate bulk density, affecting their flow and storage requirements.

Hygroscopic Nature: Soya flakes can absorb moisture from the environment, which may lead to clumping or spoilage if not properly managed.

Friability: Soya flakes are relatively fragile and can generate dust and fines during handling.

Non-Abrasive: Unlike some industrial materials, soya flakes are not abrasive, reducing wear and tear on handling equipment.

Flowability: Soya flakes tend to have good flowability but can pose challenges if moisture content is too high, leading to clogging or bridging in conveying systems.

Common Uses

Soya flakes have a wide range of applications due to their nutritional benefits and functional properties:

Food Industry: Soya flakes are incorporated into cereals, protein bars, and meat substitutes. They enhance the protein content and improve the texture of these products.

Animal Feed: Due to their high protein and fiber content, soya flakes are a staple in livestock and poultry feed, promoting growth and health in animals.

Bakery Products: Used as a protein fortifier, soya flakes are added to bread, muffins, and other baked goods to enhance their nutritional profile.

Health Supplements: Soya flakes are used in dietary supplements and health foods for their high protein and amino acid content.

Industrial Applications: They are also used in the production of biodiesel and other industrial products due to their high oil content.

Challenges in Conveying

Conveying soya flakes presents several challenges:

Flowability: The hygroscopic nature of soya flakes can lead to flow issues, such as bridging or rat-holing in storage and conveying systems.

Dust Generation: The friability of soya flakes results in dust generation, necessitating dust control measures to maintain a clean and safe working environment.

Consistency in Feed Rate: Ensuring a consistent feed rate can be challenging due to the variable flow characteristics of soya flakes.

Clumping: Due to their potential moisture content, soya flakes can clump together, causing blockages in conveying systems.

Bridging: The moderate bulk density and moisture can lead to bridging in hoppers and other storage units, impeding smooth flow.

Equipment Options

UniTrak offers a range of specialized equipment designed to handle the unique properties of soya flakes effectively.

The ideal equipment includes:

TipTrak Bucket Conveyors‍

Perfect for gentle handling of fragile soya flakes, TipTrak conveyors minimize product degradation and dust generation. Their fully enclosed design ensures product protection from contamination and spillage.

UniFlex Flexible Screw Conveyors‍

Suitable for moving soya flakes in various plant configurations, UniFlex conveyors provide flexibility and easy integration into existing systems.

They are designed to handle materials with moderate bulk densities efficiently.

Powderflight Aeromechanical Conveyors‍

These conveyors are ideal for maintaining the integrity of soya flakes while providing high throughput and minimal dusting.

Their gentle conveying action ensures minimal degradation of the flakes.

Bulk Bag Loader/Unloader‍

For large-scale handling and storage, UniTrak’s Bulk Bag Loaders and Unloaders offer efficient filling and emptying of bulk bags, ensuring dust control and maintaining product quality.

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UniTrak’s deep experience in customized bulk material handling equipment makes it a trusted partner for managing a diverse range of complex materials, including soya flakes.

With specialized equipment designed to address the unique challenges of conveying soya flakes, UniTrak ensures efficient, safe, and gentle handling of this valuable product.

From TipTrak bucket conveyors to UniFlex screw conveyors, UniTrak’s solutions are tailored to meet the specific needs of each application, providing reliable and effective material handling for industries worldwide.

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